Notifiers
ID: 19AQMM26N0026Type: Sources Sought
Overview

Buyer

STATE, DEPARTMENT OFSTATE, DEPARTMENT OFACQUISITIONS - AQM MOMENTUMWASHINGTON, DC, 20520, USA

NAICS

Security Systems Services (except Locksmiths) (561621)

PSC

FIRE FIGHTING EQUIPMENT (4210)

Original Source

https://sam.gov/workspace/contract/opp/0b68fc465eb0489da2fcc85a16986b9b/view
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    The U.S. Department of State (DOS), specifically the Bureau of Overseas Buildings Operations (OBO), is seeking services to procure Notifier brand fire alarm equipment for its overseas posts. The primary objective of this procurement is to maintain, repair, and support fire protection systems, ensuring compliance with fire and life safety codes, Department policy, and Federal laws. These fire alarm systems are critical for ensuring safety at U.S. facilities abroad and are installed by contractors in both new and existing constructions. Interested vendors should submit their statements of interest and capability by December 19, 2025, at 10 AM (EST) to Theresa Hunt at huntt@state.gov, as this opportunity is part of a planned Blanket Purchase Agreement (BPA) under NAICS code 561621.

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    Theresa Hunt
    huntt@state.gov
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    Notifiers RFI 2025.docx
    The U.S. Department of State (DoS) issued a Request for Information (RFI)/Sources Sought Notice for market research on fire extinguishers. This RFI aims to identify small businesses with technical capabilities, gather industry input on cost reduction, efficiency, quality improvement, and address industry concerns. This is for planning purposes only and will not result in a contract award. The DoS anticipates a Blanket Purchase Agreement (BPA) with a one-year base and four one-year options under NAICS code 561621. Responses, limited to 10 pages, should include a statement of interest, capability, relevant experience, company profile, DUNS, number of employees, office location, bonding capacity, small business designation, and facility clearance. Submissions are due by December 19, 2025, at 10 AM (EST) to huntt@state.gov.
    Notifiers SOW 2025.doc
    The Department of State (DOS), Bureau of Overseas Buildings Operations (OBO), Office of Fire Protection (OPS/FIRE), Fire Protection Systems Division (FPS), requires services to procure fire alarm equipment for overseas posts. The primary objective is to define requirements for equipment to maintain, repair, and support OBO/OPS/FIRE systems, ensuring compliance with fire and life safety codes, Department policy, and Federal laws. This contract specifically seeks to procure Notifier brand fire alarm equipment. The contractor will receive orders via email, supplying all equipment from Notifier within fifteen business days of receiving a purchase order. Shipping will be via UPS or FedEx, with costs included in the equipment pricing.
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